$4995—16-day 5-star Egypt tour w/flights & cruise
See Egypt's icons in a small group, with five-star stays, a Nile cruise and time beside the Red Sea.
Why We Love This Deal
A 16-day premium Egypt tour with international flights for under $5000 is exceptionally rare. What makes $4995 even more striking is how much value sits behind it. Egypt rewards having more time. There is simply too much history, distance and detail to absorb quickly. The Pyramids, Sphinx and Abu Simbel are all here, but the journey stretches beyond the obvious. Head north to Mediterranean Alexandria, share a home-cooked dinner with a Nubian family, then finish beside the Red Sea. At its heart is an included three-night Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor. Watch palms, villages and desert drift past between days exploring ancient sites. It gives the journey room to breathe in a country where the scale can feel overwhelming. Eleven nights in 5-star hotels add another layer of comfort, while two domestic flights avoid the longest overland journeys. Groups are capped at 20, with an Egyptologist guiding throughout, bringing context to what you see. At this price, that combination of depth, comfort and ease is unusually hard to find.
For the first 50 bookings, Inspiring Vacations is offering Travelzoo members an exclusive 20% off its usual prices across all departures. Seven departures start at just $4995 per person, including international flights. Our research also found comparable 5-star Egypt tours cost up to 39% more, a difference of up to $3189 per person.
What's included
- Return international flights from Australia* to Cairo
- 11 nights of 5-star accommodation
- Domestic flights from Cairo to Aswan and Hurghada to Cairo
- Cruise the Nile for 3 nights from Aswan to Luxor
- Breakfast daily, 3 lunches, and 7 dinners, including a special home-cooked dinner in a Nubian Village
- Airport transfers included on the first and last day of your tour
- Small, intimate group experience – no more than 16 people
- Incredible sightseeing, visit the Great Pyramids and Sphinx, Abu Simbel, Alexandria, the Red Sea, and more
- Fully escorted tour with an English-speaking Egyptologist guide throughout
- Dedicated private transportation throughout
When
The lowest fare of $4995 per person is valid for travel on six dates—8, 15, 22 & 29 May; 12 June; and 10 July 2027. Over 60 other dates through 2029 are available at higher prices, all with the same 20% discount.
Book by 13 October 2026.
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Holiday snapshot
Australia* - Cairo - El Alamein - Alexandria - Aswan - Abu Simbel - Kom Ombo - Edfu - Luxor - Hurghada - Cairo - Australia*
Itinerary highlights
Cairo introduces ancient Egypt's greatest icons, including the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx. Explore the capital’s remarkable history before travelling towards the Mediterranean coast.
At El Alamein, visit the Commonwealth War Graves and learn about the pivotal Second World War battles fought across Egypt’s Western Desert.
Mediterranean Alexandria reveals a different side of Egypt, shaped by its Greek and Roman past. Discover historic landmarks and the legacy of Alexander the Great.
Fly south to Aswan, where the Nile flows between islands and desert landscapes. Board your ship here for a three-night cruise towards Luxor.
Journey to Abu Simbel to see the monumental temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari. Their colossal statues are among Egypt’s most extraordinary ancient sights.
Sailing north, you reach Kom Ombo, home to an unusual riverside temple dedicated to two gods. Its remarkably preserved carvings reveal stories of ancient Egyptian life.
At Edfu, explore the imposing Temple of Horus. It is among Egypt’s best-preserved ancient temples, with monumental gateways, courtyards and intricate reliefs.
Ancient wonders surround Luxor, where the Nile divides temples from vast royal burial grounds. Explore the Valley of the Kings and the magnificent Karnak Temple complex.
Unwind beside the Red Sea in Hurghada, with time to relax after days of sightseeing. Beaches, warm waters and colourful coral reefs provide a striking contrast to Egypt’s ancient sites.
Return to Cairo for the final night before transferring to the airport for your flight home to Australia.